I asked Chat GPT to write arduino code – and it blew my mind!

Posted on 20221226 by Anthony P. Kuzub

Write and Arduino sketch that has 4 motor controllers and s-bus inputs from a remote control. Then midi notes for each motor controller.

Sure! Here is an example of an Arduino sketch that uses four motor controllers and receives s-bus inputs from a remote control, and also maps MIDI notes to each motor controller:

#include <SBUS.h> // include the SBUS library
#include <MIDI.h> // include the MIDI library

// define the pin numbers for the s-bus input and the four motor controllers
const int SBUS_PIN = 10;
const int MOTOR1_PIN = 3;
const int MOTOR2_PIN = 5;
const int MOTOR3_PIN = 6;
const int MOTOR4_PIN = 9;

// create an instance of the SBUS library
SBUS sbus(SBUS_PIN);

// create an instance of the MIDI library
MIDI_CREATE_DEFAULT_INSTANCE();

void setup() {
// initialize the s-bus input and the four motor controllers
sbus.begin();
pinMode(MOTOR1_PIN, OUTPUT);
pinMode(MOTOR2_PIN, OUTPUT);
pinMode(MOTOR3_PIN, OUTPUT);
pinMode(MOTOR4_PIN, OUTPUT);

// begin MIDI communication
MIDI.begin(MIDI_CHANNEL_OMNI);
}

void loop() {
// read the s-bus input
sbus.read();

// get the values of the channels from the s-bus input
int channel1 = sbus.getChannel(1);
int channel2 = sbus.getChannel(2);
int channel3 = sbus.getChannel(3);
int channel4 = sbus.getChannel(4);

// set the speed of the first motor based on the value of channel 1
analogWrite(MOTOR1_PIN, channel1);

// set the speed of the second motor based on the value of channel 2
analogWrite(MOTOR2_PIN, channel2);

// set the speed of the third motor based on the value of channel 3
analogWrite(MOTOR3_PIN, channel3);

// set the speed of the fourth motor based on the value of channel 4
analogWrite(MOTOR4_PIN, channel4);

// check for incoming MIDI messages
MIDI.read();

// if a MIDI note on message is received, set the speed of the corresponding motor
if (MIDI.getType() == midi::NoteOn) {
int note = MIDI.getData1(); // get the MIDI note number
int velocity = MIDI.getData2(); // get the MIDI velocity value

// map the MIDI note to a motor controller and set its speed
if (note == 60) { // map MIDI note 60 to motor 1
analogWrite(MOTOR1_PIN, velocity);
}
else if (note == 61) { // map MIDI note 61 to motor 2
analogWrite(MOTOR2_PIN, velocity);
}
else if (note == 62) { // map MIDI note 62 to motor 3
analogWrite(MOTOR3_PIN, velocity);
}
else if (note == 63) { // map MIDI note 63 to motor 4
analogWrite(MOTOR4_PIN, velocity);

Adult Autism and Awareness

Posted on 20221220 by Anthony P. Kuzub

1. Feeling Like an Outsider

The sentiment of being on the outside looking in, even in social groups, resonates with many. This recognition can be an important step in understanding oneself and how social dynamics work.

2. Balance Between Isolation and Connection

the duality of needing solitude to recharge after social interactions while also feeling the weight of loneliness. Finding a balance is essential for emotional well-being.

3. Shifts in Social Needs Over Time

There’s an interesting perspective that social needs evolve with age. Early in life, there’s a strong biological drive to socialize. As people age, the focus often shifts toward isolation or smaller, meaningful connections before swinging back to a desire for socializing later in life. For those on the autism spectrum, this shift may be complicated by delays in emotional maturity or differences in social awareness.

4. Importance of Emotional Growth

Therapy and self-reflection are highlighted as tools for developing emotional maturity and understanding the why behind behavioral changes, rather than simply conforming to fit in. This kind of growth can lead to more authentic connections.

5. Navigating Loneliness Through Self-Awareness

For many, learning about themselves and their needs, often through communities, helps them better navigate social interactions and combat feelings of isolation.